Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Deardre Chao, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Lafayette, LA
- NPI 1770696395
- Accepts Medicare
- 36 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
200 Corporate Blvd, Ste 201
Lafayette, LA 705083870
(800) 893-9698
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 20, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #11290R
- Medicaid
- LA #1690791
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770696395. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
331
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$47,404
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 169 | 154 | $122 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 121 | 115 | $178 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 25 | 24 | $73 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 16 | 15 | $216 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 16 peers in Lafayette Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 130. This provider delivers 2.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
154
Patients
148
Total drug cost
$1,474
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 45 | 41 | $125 |
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 23 | 23 | $216 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 19 | 19 | $367 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 19 | 18 | $238 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 13 | 13 | $186 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 12 | 12 | $86 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 12 | 11 | $181 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 11 | 11 | $76 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Deardre Chao's medical specialty?
Dr. Deardre Chao practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Lafayette, LA.
Where does Dr. Deardre Chao practice?
Dr. Deardre Chao practices at 200 Corporate Blvd, Lafayette, LA 705083870. Office phone: 8008939698.
What is Dr. Deardre Chao's NPI?
Dr. Deardre Chao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770696395, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Deardre Chao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Deardre Chao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Deardre Chao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.